References for 1 Samuel 9:3

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So he passed through the hill8 country of Ephraim and through the area around Shalisha,9 but they did not find them. They went on into the district of Shaalim, but the donkeys10 were not there. Then he passed through the territory of Benjamin, but they did not find them.

References for 1 Samuel 9:12

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As soon as you enter the town, you will find him before he goes up to the high place to eat. The people will not begin eating until he comes, because he must bless21 the sacrifice; afterward, those who are invited will eat. Go up now; you should find him about this time."